Simple, quick, and straightforward. They offered one plant-based ramen so of course that's what I ordered. It was exactly what I needed in that moment. They have cool décor, mocking a traditional ramen eatery in Japan. Seating wise, they have banquettes, booths, and individual table seating, so take your pick. read more

Shaka Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

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Everything about this place is amazing, the ambiance, the seating, the food, and the service, All incredible. Wonton and seafood ramen, with fried wonton for an appetizer. The strawberry fruit tea was amazing also. Highly recommended read more

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everything was amazing food,service,ambience alllll great!! i told my family that it was amazing read more

Shaka Ramen - I LOVEED THIS PLACE I WAS TAKEN THERE FOR MY BIRTHDAY FIRST TIME AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

Stop here for dinner with my family and we had a very good time. New to the area so checking out restaurants around the city. The decor is very unique. Service was great and the food was amazing. Tried matcha for the first time and I actually enjoyed it read more

Shaka Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

I give the Soy Garlic wings a very enthusiastic five stars! The coating is nicely done. Just the right crisp (it must be a secret coating) soooo good. The wings were crisp on the outside, tender and juicy inside, cooked perfectly. The Shaka ramen was close to five stars. The broth is extra thick, almost greasy. Never had ramen broth like it before, rich pork broth. I would come in just for the wings alone. Awesome service, immaculate clean and good food priced right. read more

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Good vegetarian options. By far the best ramen place around town. The vegetarian ramen and the vegan tofu bowl were amazing (try spicy). Must try vegetarian bao buns, they are burst of flavor. The lemon tea with mango boba (unlike tapioca) was very fresh and the best we had so far. Went in on a Sunday evening and place was clean, waiter was punctual, delivery was fast, bathrooms were clean, food was amazing. Definitely recommend trying this place. read more

Shaka Ramen - Vegan Tofu - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

First time trying Shaka Ramen for lunch. We had some apps (Gyoza & sushi. Mains were Ramen & rice dishes. All was good and service was fast and courteous. We will be back. read more

First time here, it was great. Service was very good. Let me tell you this place is very clean. They have a lot of culture and history on the wall's. The food was very good. The broth is tasty and noodles were cooked perfectly. I'm definitely coming back. read more

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Visited this place last night and had ramen for the first time with the fam. The restaurants decor upon entering was nice and clean. We were quickly greeted & seated. Our waitress was nice & attentive. I had a passion fruit tea with mango boba. I also had a ramen combo with the spicy ramen and shrimp tempura. Both were tasty! We also tried the soy garlic wings as well and they were good. We all were satisfied with our choices and pricing was reasonable. I'd definitely return here. read more

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This place is a hidden gem in Middletown. Located in a shopping plaza on the West side of Middletown, it is tucked away along with numerous other shops and restaurants. However, it is well worth the trip. While ramen is the main cuisine offered, there are also plenty of selection that's great to try out. The Gyudon bowl and the Tonkatsu bowl are both terrific. About the only type of Japanese cuisine not offered are the sushis and sashimis. The portions served were quite large, and pricing is very competitive compared to similar dining establishments. Inside is well decorated, there's also an outside seating area. Staff are friendly and attentive. It is a great addition to the expanding area dining options. read more

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Food and service were excellent! Love the decor. Portions were very good too. It was our granddaughters birthday so they surprised her with a birthday song and ice cream for all of us to share! read more

Very good atmosphere and convenient location in Middletown. We ordered the Tan Tan and Tonkatsu ramen, as well as tornado fries (reminded us of our latest trip to Seoul where countless vendors sold tornado fries). The tornado fries was very flavorful and crispy. Just be wary that some bites will contain a mouthful of cheese dusting. The ramen was packed full of flavor, however the amount of soup was a letdown. I've eaten at countless ramen shops and I never experienced just a small puddle of soup remaining after consuming the noodles. Another side note, the menu offers a combo special for $20 which includes a ramen and appetizer. Most of the ramen was $14-15. The tornado fries was $3. When I asked would be get two since it's $20 for a combo, the waitress said the combo only includes one appetizer. Why would I pay $20 for a ramen and tornado fries, when I could just order the $3 tornado fry separately? I guess if you were to order the combo, just stay away from the lower priced appetizers such as tornado fries and edamame. There was also an option for takoyaki for the combo set but takoyaki wasn't listed to order separately on the appetizer menu? I wouldn't come out of my way to dine here, but it's a solid spot if you're craving ramen and happen to be in the area. read more

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the first bowl was good. when I ordered a second time it was way too salty and I wasn't able to finish my meal as I was the first time. Not sure where it went wrong read more

My wife recommended this place . Very good Ramen the food was delicious. I also got Gyoza and Steamed Buns read more

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The food is really good and flavorful, portions are big and definitely worth the price . Service is great they check up on you to see if you need anything, very polite and hard workers. They clean up as they see trash so your table is very clean as well as the restaurant. The atmosphere is nice, quiet and private . 10/10 experience read more

Shaka Ramen - Salad and ramen - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

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it was nasty I got from the kids meal the egg in there was cold I asked for no veggies they still gave me it and poor service place was packed the boba tea was nasty and noodles were stale and the fried chicken was soggy broth was nasty read more

Shaka Ramen - Nasty ramen - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

One of my favorite places in DE for ramen. I often make the drive from Smyrna for it. Pick up service is always very quick and convenient. My favorite ramen is the house ramen "Shaka ramen" but I also enjoy the beef ramen too. The only downside I have is that sometimes my order is missing additions I add to my ramen , such as an extra egg or extra meat. I also think they should provide a whole egg instead of just a half for $1.50. I hope they add udon to the menu as well! read more

Shaka Ramen certainly exceeded my expectations in every way. The Garlic Soy Wings were so good. The Shaka Ramen itself was a flavor explosion. Rich broth, perfectly textured noodles, and fresh ingredients made for an unforgettable bowl. The cozy yet modern ambiance added to the experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. What truly stood out was the great service. My waiter was not only friendly but also attentive and helpful with suggestions, offering valuable recommendations and enhancing my overall enjoyment. Shaka Ramen is a must-visit for anyone seeking top-notch ramen, delightful wings, and a positive dining experience. I'm already looking forward to my next visit read more

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We decided to try the newest Middletown restaurant since we love a good ramen entree. The decor is very captivating due to either the owner or the corporation. The ambience is surprisingly nice, considering the place is in a strip mall. We were seated and our server (a seemingly sad gal we were able to get a smile out of later on) came to take our drink order. We decided to get hot tea along with our water. We were expecting classic tea in small ceramic cups, but were taken aback when the server came to the table with our hot tea served in cold Drink cups, which were plastic! (See the picture I've added, as an example of the type of cup she presented) While I realize that most plastic cups now do not contain BPA, do you really want to be drinking hot tea out of a plastic cup? This made the restaurant feel cheap like those where the menu is overhead and alighted for you to choose items by numbers and take out. Most Asian countries regard tea as ceremonial or at least respect the drink enough to serve in a proper vessel. This was a major turn off and immediately we felt the classiness and charm of the decor as incongruous with the food and service. We sent the plastic "tea cups" back and stuck with water. We had a few starters and they were good. We were too turned off to get ramen, but will try again another day. Note to restaurant or franchise: Please don't create a pretty restaurant and ruin the experience with hot tea in plastic cups. read more

Shaka Ramen - Ugh.. hot tea in plastic cups! - Ramen Near Me - Middletown, Delaware

Great atmosphere and wonderful servers, but the main reason I keep coming back is the food. The ramen and appetizer combo is a really good deal for only $20. My go-to is the tan tan ramen with minced pork on top with the tornado fries. I tried the spicy wings today and was also pleasantly surprised. 5 star experience overall. read more

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The food was very good. My daughters loved it. The server was very friendly and food was served quickly. Price was a bit high but I'll go back. read more

Excellent, best ramen in Delaware. Great appetizers as well including soup dumplings. Tons of vegetarian and vegan offerings! Great service and ambiance. read more

Saw that a ramen shop popped up near where I live so I had to check it out. For appetizers, we ordered the soy garlic wings. They were some of the best wings that I've had in a restaurant in a long time. Both tasty and juicy. Our spicy ramen was also yummy. I definitely recommend trying this place out if you get a chance. read more

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possibly the best ramen place on the east coast. welcoming environment with real ramen and authentic foods. boba teas are good to go! can't go wrong with the tan tan ramen and the yuzu chicken. would recommend this to even my worst enemy. go eat fool! read more

Best ramen shop ever! They have amazing selections and prices. I love everything here! This is a must go to spot with friends and family! Generous portions and unique flavors. This spot satisfies all of my cravings! Super friendly service and staff are so passionate. Extremely cozy vibe with beautiful hand crafted decorations and modern industrial wood setting. You feel right at home here. This is a new regular spot for me! read more

Certainly, here's a shorter version: I recently dined at shaka ramen and was impressed by its Japanese-themed decor, creating a pleasant atmosphere. We ordered 3 dishes, pork tonkatsu ramen, chicken don and xiao long bao. While the pork tonkatsu ramen met expectations with its size and presentation, the chicken don disappointed with dry chicken and overly salty sauce. The sauce covered all the rice. The xiao long bao seemed store-bought, which was unexpected from a new restaurant. I hope the restaurant improves its food quality otherwise it may be hard to survive in Middletown. read more

Our first ramen experience, and we were very disappointed in the ramen dishes--flavorless, and the cuts of chicken were not good. Except for the front door opening often for pickup and delivery orders (letting the cold air in), the ambience was really nice. The service was very good, too. Like others have said, the garlic soy wings were delicious. read more

Solid 5 star experience! The appetizer was something we had never had before, and it was pretty good. Our ramen (Cinton Ramen and Shaka Ramen) was tasty and filling. I especially enjoyed the different toppings. The cute Japanese decor also provided the perfect complement to our food. Definitely recommend everyone to give this ramen shop a try if you can. read more

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This place has super-cute decor - anime everywhere! I had miso ramen and the hubs had the tonkatsu - both with pork. It was very tasty and a nice size portion - not too big or small. We also had the soup dumplings. I really wanted these to be good, but they were disappointing. All in all a good experience and we will go back to try the other Ramen on the menu. read more

Great food and so cute inside! We love the veggie gyoza and vegetarian ramen. My kids love it too!

This place is incredible. It really is the best ramen in the area. The tonkotsu ramen broth is as unctuous as I've ever had. I like ramen and understood the importance of the broth before, but I didn't realize how much of a difference it makes until I had this. read more

The food was a 10/10 the Shaka ramen is delicious and the Chashu fan bowl was amazing. The overall vibes were great and the service was super good, the servers were so nice read more

Food, service & ambiance is great! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good food!!!

Very good taste. nice the Japanese restaurant i am glad to found place finally.. real food so wonderful..

I thought their tonkatsu ramen was pretty good. I will be back to try some other things. Don't look at these yelp reviews... look at the ones on Google. They have more reviews to base these newer restaurants on. If you like ramen it's definitely worth a try. read more

Atmosphere was cool, and the server was nice as well. She was patient. The problem here is that I ordered the vegetarian ramen (since I'm vegetarian) and they put minced pork in my bowl. read more

Best restaurant in Middletown, super good food and really cool ambience. Even the vegan ramen is incredibly flavorful!

I went out to eat here because it just opened, and I was expecting good food but it was average and tasted way too sweet for ramen it was nothing like the other ramen restaurants, it was much worse. Just to clarify I've been to many ramen noodle establishments and this was the worst. To top it off after I brought it home and I was going to reheat the ramen I noticed the meat had a horrible smell I was inclined to try the leftovers but the stench was so overwhelming I almost vomited and I knew I had to throw it way. By far the worst ramen experience I've ever had I don't recommend this establishment and I don't plan on going back ever. read more